Authentic Kabuki Transformation & Mini Performance at Aioiza Gifu

4.7 (3 reviews) Gifu Prefecture, Japan
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Duration5h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This Kabuki experience is truly unique — it takes place in a historic local theater that continues to keep the spirit of community Kabuki alive.
You won’t find another experience quite like this anywhere else in Japan.
It’s a deeply personal and memorable way to connect with traditional Japanese culture, and for many travelers, it becomes one of the highlights of their Japan journey.

Options

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Only Makeup Experience

Only Kabuki Makeup Experience
Pickup included

Only Costumes Experience

Only Costumes Experience
Pickup included

What's included

  • Preserve fee for Kabuki theater
  • Oshikuma (face imprint) souvenir materials
  • Photo and movie session on stage
  • Wig and full Kabuki costume rental
  • Kabuki makeup session (Kumadori style)
  • Lunch
  • Licensed Private transportation in Luxury Vehicle
  • Acting lesson by local Kabuki instructor
  • English-speaking assistance
  • Cleaning fee of Kabuki costumes(Kimono and wig)

What to expect

  1. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Meet up at JR Mizunami Station and move to Nakasendo Museum by car.
  2. Museum Nakasendo
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Museum Nakasendo and learn about the history of Mino Kabuki, a living traditional art of Japan

    Discover the cultural roots of local community Kabuki and its connection to Edo-period travel routes
  3. Mino Kabuki Museum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Step into the fascinating world of Kabuki, one of Japan’s most iconic traditional performing arts, at the historic Aioiza Theater in Mizunami, Gifu.
    This beautiful wooden playhouse has hosted local Mino Kabuki performances for over a century, preserving the spirit of community theater that continues to this day.

    In this hands-on cultural experience, you’ll transform into a Kabuki performer.
    Start with a full Kabuki makeup session (Kumadori style), then wear a traditional wig and colorful costume.
    With guidance from a local Kabuki master, you’ll rehearse a short mini-drama scene and then perform it on the real Kabuki stage used for actual performances.

    After the show, enjoy a photo session in costume and create your own “Oshikuma” (face imprint) — a unique keepsake made from your painted Kabuki makeup.
    This creative and personal experience is ideal for those who wish to connect deeply with Japan’s living traditions.
  4. 1h
    Have a lunch at Japanese local cuisine in Mizunami City
  5. 10m
    Drop off at JR Mizunami Station

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet up in front of South ticket gate in JR Mizunami Station. The tour guide will be waiting for you wearing company logo shirt "MOST JAPAN".

End point

We will meet up in front of South ticket gate in JR Mizunami Station. The tour guide will be waiting for you wearing company logo shirt "MOST JAPAN".

Pickup details

Pick up from JR Mizunami Station. The tour guide will be waiting for you wearing "MOST JAPAN" logo shirt.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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